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BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 3, 2023
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“From the fig tree learn its’ lesson; as soon as its’ branch
becomes tender and puts out its’ leaves, you know that
summer is near.”
Mark 13:28
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12/3 First Sunday in Advent ~ 10 am
12/6 Advent Midweek 1 ~ 6:30 pm
12/10 Children’s Program ~ 10:00 am
12/13 Advent Midweek 2 ~ 6:30 pm
12/17 Cantata ~ 10:00 am
12/20 Advent Midweek 3 ~ 6:30 pm
12/24 Sunday Morning Matins ~ 10:00 am
12/24 Lessons & Carols Service ~ 6:30 pm
12/25 Christmas Day Worship ~ 10:00 am
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CHRISTMAS CHEER GIFT BAGS FOR OUR HOMEBOUND FRIENDS!
There will be a Christmas decorated box in the narthex. If you are able, please donate items such as Sugar Free candy, food items, lip balm, Kleenex packets, small notebooks, post-a-notes, unscented or mild scented hand lotion or other thoughtful items. Questions, contact Georgiana Neuman or Donna Elder from Outreach.
THANK YOU!
LAST DAY FOR DONATIONS IS SUNDAY, DEC 17th.
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MEN’S OUT TO LUNCH BUNCH
Men, are you hungry for Food, Fellowship and Fun?
Join the Men’s Out to Lunch Bunch!
CONTACT CHUCK MILLER FOR DETAILS!
~Every OTHER Wednesday~
PLEASE JOIN US!
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13 ~ At Cheddar’s in Avon
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 27 ~ At Boulder Creek in Brownsburg
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New Sunday School Class Forming
Starting August 13!
From the first Sunday of August through the end of September Tamera and Nathan Perry will
be leading an important Sunday School study addressing how to respond to homosexuality and
related issues in our culture from a biblical worldview. The class follows the book and videos
entitled “Messy Grace.” One book will be provided per registered family. Please
consider being a part of this study. The class will be limited to 16 individuals, however the class
will be repeated as necessary. A registration list will be started July 16th.
Here’s a description from the book: “Very few issues in Christianity are as divisive as the
acceptance of the LGBT community in the church. Many Christians lean toward one of two
extremes: sacrificing truth for the sake of grace or sacrificing grace for the sake of truth.
Jesus was able to love all people and yet still hold onto his beliefs. So can you.
Even when it’s messy.”
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CELC Youth Group meets every other Wednesday at 5:30pm.
NEXT MEETING ~ DECEMBER 6th
Please join us and bring a friend!
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Attention Middle and High Youth and Their Parents!
Beginning May 7th all youth (6th through 12th grades) are invited to join a new Bible study during Sunday School after worship! We’ll be working through the Answers Bible Curriculum from Answers in Genesis who are the folks behind The Creation Museum and The Ark Encounter. The curriculum takes us through the entire Bible and will provide a thorough understanding of the relevance of scripture, will teach us how to defend our faith and how to apply God’s Word to everyday life. The group will meet in the Sunday School room at the top of the stairs above the church office. Please see Erin Truelsen with questions or email at ekt7175@outlook.com. Come with an eagerness to learn
and share! Bring your Bible!
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More information coming soon.
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First Timothy Lutheran Church: Items needed at the moment: Sugar, canned fruit, rice cereals, personal hygiene items, soups, soap, toothpaste, paper towels, and tissues, jelly, & peanut butter, they have an overabundance of the following items and are not in need of them at this time: mac & cheese, pasta, beans/corn, & flour.
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SATURDAY mornings at 7:00am ~ PLEASE JOIN US!
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Joyful Response is an electronic offering transfer service for members of our congregation. Reduce time, cost and effort associated with check writing by having your weekly contribution electronically gifted to the church. Special Offering Notices still provide you with a unique way to place your offering in the collection plate each week. Consider fulfilling your stewardship commitment through this easy program. Click Here to Download and print off the form to turn in or contact Paul Seeman for more information.
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President: John Bivens Vice President: Keith Downey
Secretary: Christine Bivens Treasurer: Joe Miller
Stewardship: Chris Clark Outreach: Kirk Knobel
Financial Secretary: Paul Seeman
Trustees: Kerry Wiegand, Tom Himsel, Ethan Atsinger
Education: Micah Knoble, Chris Clark, Jetta Tarr
Deacons: John Bivens, Bob Crockett, Gus VonDielingen, Kerry Wiegand,
Harold Kolb, Lonny Shattuck
Deaconess: Donna Elder, Dee Thomas
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Mondays ~ CLOSED
Tuesday thru Friday ~ 9:00am – 2:00pm
~THESE HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE~
Office Phone Number is 317-852-3343
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We are always looking for friendly faces to help greet all our friends and guests as they come into worship!
Please contact Tamera Perry to get involved.
Thank you!
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The Prayer Request List is an ever-changing thing. Please help us keep it as current as possible with both new people that you want to add as well as those who can be removed. Please take a good look at the list in the bulletin and let Pastor or the ladies in the office know of any changes or updates. It is greatly appreciated!
ALSO: If you would like to be added to our text prayer chain, please see Gail Douglas.
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Do you or a loved one need some help with something this season? Lawn Care, Grocery Shopping, Rides to/from Medical Appointments, etc.? If so, please contact your deacon so that we can get you the help you need.
Also: if you would like to volunteer to help with any of these needs within our congregation, please share your talents, desire, and availability to help with your deacon as well. No help is too small to someone in need. Thank You!
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Do you have any technical talents in this ever-changing field? There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board to assist with broadcasting on Sunday mornings.
We would love to have you on board!
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We are always looking for people to help us keep our alter prepared and ready for worship! If you would like to lend a hand, there is a schedule and sign-up sheet on the bulletin board. Thank You!
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The world’s longest-running Christian outreach radio program!
Broadcast Guide & Sermon Schedule
Sirius XM Family Talk channel 131 Sunday, 10:00AM
WBRI Indianapolis, IN 1500 AM Sunday 6:30AM
WBRI Indianapolis, IN 96.7 FM Sunday 6:30AM
WIRE Indianapolis, IN 91.1 FM Sunday 6:00AM
WLW Cincinnati, OH 700 AM Sunday 7:00AM
Mobile App Available
December 3, 2023 “Before They Call” Rev. Dr. Michael Zeigler
December 10, 2023 “A-T Walker” Rev. Dr. Michael Zeigler
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LIKE, LIKE, LIKE AND SHARE, SHARE, SHARE!
Don’t forget to “LIKE” and “SHARE” our events and postings on our church and preschool Facebook page. The added visibility helps us to reach so many more people, Our preschool could really benefit from the extra views. If you haven’t “Liked” our preschool Facebook page, you can find it at “Christ Lutheran Preschool, Brownsburg, Indiana”. Our church Facebook page is “Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church”. If you have an event that you would like to have featured, please contact the church office.
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Building Use Schedule
If you are planning to use the church for a family, group, or church related function, please contact Jen or Christine at the church office so that it can be placed on the calendar. If your meeting or event has changed dates or has been canceled, please notify the office ASAP. We would like to avoid conflicts with scheduled events at church. Thanks for your help in this matter!
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Our church email for contacting Jen and Christine, our secretaries, is
celc701@gmail.com
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What kind of man was Boaz before he married Ruth?
He was Ruthless!
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OUR CHURCH WEBSITE IS THE WORK OF MANY PEOPLE!
It is our hope to make it as user friendly as possible while giving you all the information that you may need to help you keep up with all that we have to offer. Everything you need to join us in person or on-line is here for you so that you can join in and keep up-to-date with your church family. Of course, please feel free to call the church office at 317-852-3343 if you have any other needs or concerns, and Pastor, Christine or Jenn will be happy to help! BE SURE TO SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHURCH CALENDAR on the calendar link! If you have any concerns, updates, new activities for/or ideas concerning the website itself, please reach out to Sally Shattuck at sald17ncmt@gmail.com and she will connect with the correct team member for the job!